Talina Castaneda
Fontana,CA
Summary
Compassionate, motivated, and dedicated Respiratory Therapist with extensive clinical experience in adult, pediatric, and neonatal care. Eager to contribute strong clinical skills, adaptability, and a patient-centered approach to Loma Linda’s dynamic respiratory care.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Loma Linda University Childrens Medical Center
PICU / NICU / ER
- assist with bubble cpap setup and monitoring
- support ventilator management
- oxygen therapy and nebulizer/ MDI administration
- performed cbg
St.Bernardine Medical Center
SICU / MICU / ER / FLOORS
- assisted in code blue
- documented patient care activities accurately in electronic medical records
- supported ventilator management
- assist with intubation setup and procedure
Riverside Community Hospital
SICU / MICU / ER
- participated in multidisciplinary rounds to optimize patient care
- CPAP / BiPAP setup and monitoring
- nebulizer and MDI administration
- assisted in airway management and suctioning procedures
- tracheostomy care and suctioning
Arrowhead Medical Center
SICU / MICU / ER / FLOORS
- supported ventilator management and weaning processes
- performed oxygen therapy and airway clearance techniques
- assisted with high flow setup and monitoring
- performed abg and analysis
Riverside University Health System
SICU / MICU / ER
- assisted in critical respiratory procedures and monitoring
- supported documentation and compliance with clinical protocols
- performed EKG
- engaged in pulmonary function testing and patient education
Education
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Crafton Hills College
Yucaipa, CA12.2024
Skills
- Mechanical Ventilation ABG Sampling & Analysis Tracheostomy Care & Suctioning Nebulizer & MDI Administration EMR Documentation ( Epic, Cerner )
- Oxygen Therapy Emergency Response
- Airway Clearance Technique ( CPT, Pep ) CPAP, BiPAP Setup & Monitoring Pulmonary Function Testing
- Team Collaboration Patient Centered Care Compassion & Empathy in Care Work Ethic Responsible
- Adaptability Eagerness to Learn Professionalism & Dependability
- Bilingual ( Spanish/English )
Certification
- California Respiratory Care Practitioner License - Current
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program - Current
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support - Current
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support - Current
- Basic Life Support - Current
Timeline
Loma Linda University Childrens Medical Center
PICU / NICU / ER
St.Bernardine Medical Center
SICU / MICU / ER / FLOORS
Riverside Community Hospital
SICU / MICU / ER
Arrowhead Medical Center
SICU / MICU / ER / FLOORS
Riverside University Health System
SICU / MICU / ER
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapy
Crafton Hills College